How do I redeem a Steam product key?

Once you have installed the Steam client, launch the client and enter your login credentials. When you are logged into your account, click the button in the bottom left corner that says "+ ADD A GAME…" to register the product key to your account. In the pop-up window, select the "Activate a Product on Steam" option.
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Where do I enter my Steam redeem code?

[olist] To redeem a Steam Wallet Code on your account, please login to your account and visit Redeem a Steam Gift Card or Wallet Code . Enter your unique wallet code into the “Steam Wallet Code” field and click “Continue” to add the value to your account's Steam Wallet balance.
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How do I access my Steam key?

These keys appear in the Steam library when you right-click the game and select 'Manage' -> 'CD keys'.
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How does a Steam key work?

A Steam Activation Key is a unique code that gives you access to the download, installation and activation of your game on the Steam platform.
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Can I activate a Steam key and gift it?

You can't "gift" a Key. You can only gift games, which are bought as such (which will then be in your inventory). You can only send your brother that key elsewhere and he has to manually activate it via the Steam-Client.
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How do I activate a Steam gift on Steam?

  1. Enter the Steam Gift link into your browser.
  2. Login to your Steam account.
  3. Accept the gift by clicking "Accept Gift" at the bottom of the page.
  4. Add the game to your Steam Library.
  5. A message will be displayed that the game was successfully redeemed.
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What is the difference between Steam key and Steam gift key?

If you buy a Steam Gift, it works just like a regular Steam key – when you redeem it, the game you bought is instantly added to your Steam library so that you can download and play it. The only difference lies in the activation process. It may vary from seller to seller.
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How long does a Steam key last?

Steam Keys bought from Steam never expire - you can wait as long as you want; even if the game is removed from the Steam store the key is still valid.
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Why are Steam keys so cheap?

Many sellers on G2A Marketplace are wholesalers who purchase game keys straight from the developers and publishers in bulk. Since they buy a large number of items at once, they purchase them at much lower prices. This means they can, in turn, offer their customers great discounts.
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How many times can you use a Steam key?

A Steam game* key is unique and is effectively single use. Trying to apply a used key will result in a message saying that this key has been used.
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How do I see licenses and product key activations on Steam?

Open Steam. Click on your username in the top-right of your screen, and select Account details. In the Store and purchase history section, select View licenses and product key activations.
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Can you check Steam key without redeeming?

If you didn't already have the game, and the key has not been used, it has now been used by you and you have the game. There is NO WAY to test keys. There will NEVER be a way to test keys.
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Can you put a game on Steam for free?

As long as your game complies with the Steam Terms of Service, you will only need to create an account and pay a one-time fee of US$100 to publish your game on Steam.
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How do I know if my Steam card is activated?

How To Check if Your Steam Gift Card is Activated in Person
  1. Head to a convenience store close to you that sells Steam gift cards, or the store of purchase.
  2. Hand your Steam gift card over to the cashier.
  3. Request they check if your gift card has been activated.
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Is there a risk to buying Steam keys?

There are many risks associated with buying Steam keys from third-party sellers, but the biggest risk is that you will not be able to activate your game. It's not uncommon for games to get banned or removed by Steam, and you won't be able to play it if this happens.
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Can you trust G2A Steam keys?

All the keys are generated by publishers and developers.

Only they have the right to do so. It also means, that all of the keys on G2A.COM are legit.
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What happens when you buy a Steam key?

After the key is registered to your Steam account, it acts as proof of purchase for the game as well as proof of ownership for your Steam account. Steam Support may ask for it if you need to establish your ownership of an account.
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Are Steam keys a one time use?

Overview. Steam Keys are single-use, unique, alphanumeric codes that customers can activate on Steam to add a product license to their account.
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Are Steam keys universal?

Is it restricted to a certain region? Region restrictions on CD Keys vary by each individual publisher. There is no standard or universal restriction placed on retail games.
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Why is someone asking me to buy a Steam card?

Why would a scammer want a Steam card? Scammers are drawn to Steam cards because of their monetary value and the relative anonymity they provide. Once the scammer obtains the card's code, they can quickly redeem it on their own Steam account or sell it on the black market.
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Why isn't my Steam gift showing up?

When he sent you the gift, did you claim it? If not then that will be why. It's not automatically added to your account, it need you to confirm if you want to accept his gift, or not.
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How long does Steam card activation take?

Do Steam Gift Cards activate right after purchasing? "Card will be active within 24 hours- Do not redeem or attempt balance inquiry any time prior to, or card may become void."
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Does Steam cost money per month?

It's also a community portal where you can connect with friends to see what they're playing, share screenshots and videos, and play cooperative and competitive multiplayer games. Signing up for a Steam account is free, and there are no ongoing costs to use the service.
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How do people receive Steam games for free?

Often, developers will, for a limited time, let you add their game to your library for free for a limited time. Also, Steam key websites like HumbleBundle (less so recently but still) that sell Steam keys might have key giveaways from time to time of various games.
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Does it cost money to put a game on Steam?

You'll need to fill out some paperwork in order to sign up for Steamworks. Before you proceed, you should have your bank account and routing number available, as well as your tax information. There is also a product submission fee of $100.00 per game you want to distribute on Steam.
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